Educaship Mattermost
There are several open-source software options similar to Mattermost that lack the channel feature. All of these options offer many similar features to Mattermost, but with a different approach to organizing conversations. Yes, some of the options I mentioned support voice calls. Yes, some of the options I mentioned can work with AI-powered notetakers.
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Team communications
Rocket.Chat
1. Rocket.Chat is a popular alternative to Mattermost that offers many similar features, but without channels. Instead, it uses a "rooms" concept for organizing conversations. 1. Rocket.Chat Rocket.Chat has voice and video call capabilities, including screen sharing and conferencing features. It supports WebRTC (Web Real-Time Communication) for peer-to-peer voice and video calls. 1. Rocket.Chat Rocket.Chat has an open API and a large community of developers, which makes it possible to integrate with AI-powered notetakers like:
Otter.ai Trint Temi Google Cloud Speech-to-Text
Zulip
2. Zulip is another open-source team collaboration platform that uses a "streams" concept instead of channels. It's known for its threaded conversations and powerful search functionality. 2. Zulip Zulip does not have built-in voice call support, but it integrates with other services like Zoom, Google Meet, and Jitsi Meet for voice and video calls. 2. Zulip Zulip also has an open API and supports integrations with various services, including AI-powered notetakers like:
Zoom's automated captioning feature Google Cloud Speech-to-Text Microsoft Azure Speech Services
Wire
3. Wire is a secure and private team collaboration platform that uses a "conversations" approach instead of channels. It's known for its end-to-end encryption and privacy features. 3. Wire Wire has voice and video call capabilities, including end-to-end encrypted voice and video calls. It also supports conferencing and screen sharing features. 3. Wire Wire has a more limited set of integrations, but it does support some AI-powered notetakers like:
Trint Temi
Misskey
4. Misskey is a lightweight, open-source team collaboration platform that uses a "notes" concept instead of channels. It's known for its simplicity and ease of use. 4. Misskey Misskey does not have built-in voice call support, but it has a plugin architecture that allows developers to add new features, including voice and video calls. 4. Misskey Misskey has a plugin architecture, which allows developers to create integrations with AI-powered notetakers. However, there are no pre-built integrations available at this time. So, if you're looking for a seamless integration with AI-powered notetakers, Rocket.Chat and Zulip are the two options that are most likely to support it.
Combinations
Primary
Since you're already planning to use HumHub's Meetings module for scheduling, I can suggest some open-source options for the other components you need. Here's a suite of software that could work well together:
1. Videoconferencing: Jitsi Meet
- Open-source, secure, and scalable - Supports video conferencing, screen sharing, and chat
2. Project Management: OpenProject
- Comprehensive project management tool - Includes Gantt charts, agile boards, and time tracking
3. Recording: OBS (Open Broadcaster Software) Studio
- Versatile software for video recording and live streaming - Can capture multiple sources (screen, camera, audio)
4. Scripting: Etherpad
- Real-time collaborative text editor - Good for creating and sharing meeting agendas or notes
5. Live Streaming:
- OBS Studio (mentioned above) can also handle live streaming - It integrates well with various streaming platforms
These tools are all open-source and can be self-hosted, giving you control over your data and infrastructure. They can work together to provide a comprehensive solution for your conference meetings.
Would you like more information on any of these tools or their integration? I can elaborate on specific aspects if needed.
Others
Certainly, I can suggest some alternative combinations of open-source software for your conference needs. Here are a few more options:
1. Videoconferencing:
- BigBlueButton - Element (Matrix-based)
2. Project Management:
- Redmine - Taiga
3. Recording and Live Streaming:
- Owncast (focused on live streaming) - MediaMTX (for both recording and streaming)
4. Scripting/Collaborative Editing:
- Cryptpad - Hedgedoc (formerly CodiMD)
Here are a couple of potential combinations:
Combination 1: - Videoconferencing: BigBlueButton - Project Management: Taiga - Recording/Streaming: Owncast - Scripting: Cryptpad
Combination 2: - Videoconferencing: Element - Project Management: Redmine - Recording/Streaming: MediaMTX - Scripting: Hedgedoc
Each of these tools has its own strengths and may integrate differently with your existing HumHub setup. Would you like more details on any of these alternatives or how they might work together?
Zulip/Taiga/Jitsi
The Zulip/Taiga/Jitsi combination is an excellent choice for a comprehensive open-source communication and project management suite. Let's break down each component:
1. Zulip:
- Open-source team chat application - Offers threaded conversations, which can be very useful for organized discussions - Supports integrations with many other tools - Good for asynchronous communication and can replace email for internal team communication
2. Taiga:
- Robust open-source project management platform - Supports both Agile and traditional project management methodologies - Offers features like Kanban boards, Scrum support, issue tracking, and wiki - Has a clean, user-friendly interface
3. Jitsi:
- Open-source video conferencing solution - Offers high-quality, secure video calls - Supports screen sharing, chat, and recording - Can be self-hosted for better privacy and control
This combination offers several advantages:
1. Full coverage: It addresses team communication (Zulip), project management (Taiga), and video conferencing (Jitsi) needs.
2. Open-source: All three are open-source, allowing for customization and self-hosting.
3. Integration potential: These tools can potentially be integrated, though some custom work might be needed.
4. Scalability: All three solutions are known to scale well for growing teams.
One potential drawback is that you might need to set up recording and live streaming separately, as Jitsi's built-in recording features are somewhat limited. You could consider adding OBS Studio to this mix for more robust recording and streaming capabilities.
Would you like me to elaborate on how these tools might work together or discuss any specific aspects of this combination?
Rocket.chat/OpenProject
The Rocket.Chat/OpenProject combination is another strong choice for open-source communication and project management. Let's analyze this pairing:
1. Rocket.Chat:
- Open-source team communication platform - Offers real-time chat, video conferencing, file sharing, and screen sharing - Supports channels, direct messages, and group discussions - Highly customizable with a wide range of integrations - Can be self-hosted or used as a cloud service
2. OpenProject:
- Comprehensive open-source project management and collaboration software - Supports various project management methodologies (Agile, Scrum, Kanban) - Offers features like Gantt charts, task boards, time tracking, and team collaboration tools - Includes a wiki for documentation - Can be integrated with other tools and services
Advantages of this combination:
1. All-in-one communication: Rocket.Chat covers both text-based and video communication needs, potentially reducing the need for a separate video conferencing tool.
2. Robust project management: OpenProject is known for its comprehensive feature set, suitable for complex project management needs.
3. Open-source and customizable: Both tools are open-source, allowing for customization and self-hosting.
4. Integration possibilities: Both Rocket.Chat and OpenProject offer APIs and integration options, allowing you to connect them and streamline workflows.
5. Active communities: Both projects have active development communities, ensuring ongoing improvements and support.
Potential considerations:
1. Learning curve: OpenProject, being feature-rich, might have a steeper learning curve compared to some simpler project management tools.
2. Resource requirements: Self-hosting both these tools might require more server resources compared to lighter alternatives.
3. Video quality: While Rocket.Chat does offer video conferencing, you might want to evaluate if it meets your specific needs, especially for larger meetings.
This combination covers most of your requirements, including communication, project management, and basic video conferencing. However, you might still need to consider additional tools for more advanced recording and live streaming capabilities if those are critical for your needs.
Would you like more information on how to integrate these tools or details on their specific features?